Natty Bo is an internationally renowned DJ, MC, singer, dancer, and artist. He grew up in Thamesmead in South East London and started digging music at a young age. His vast record collection of 45rpms, 78rpms and LPs is much envied and includes jump blues, rock ‘n’ roll, swing, Latin jazz, gospel, soul, funk, ska, rocksteady, reggae, son, mambo, calypso, mento, cumbia, Township jive and other vintage Tropical rhythms.
As well as performing with his bands: Ska Cubano, Top Cats and Natty Congeroo & The Flames Of Rhythm, Natty is a resident DJ at Soho’s famous Thursday night club, Gaz’s Rockin’ Blues. He also spins records on Gaz’s sound system at Notting Hill Carnival each year and is in great demand as a guest DJ.
As bandleader of the hugely popular Ska Cubano, Natty won widespread critical acclaim, and he still performs regularly around the world. His albums can be bought on Amazon:
Mambo Ska – Ska Cubano
¡Ay Caramba! – Ska Cubano
Ska Cubano – Ska Cubano
Over the years, Natty has run clubs of his own such as Killer Dillers, Bakelite Bop and Brixtown Special. With over 30 years experience under his belt, Natty’s skills as a selector and deejay are second to none. As a dancer, he knows what works and is guaranteed to keep the dancefloor jumping.
Natty Bo, director, producer of Ska Cubano, a DJ, songwriter and currently singer of the major London Ska band Top Cats and now Natty Congeroo & The Flames of Rhythm.